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Physician - Swain Family Care

Bryson City, North Carolina

Req ID 7463-12344 Post Date Oct. 04, 2024 CategoryPhysician FacilitySwain Community Hospital
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JOB SUMMARY
As a physician in an affiliated medical practice, provides medical services to patients in an assigned area.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills. Coordinates discharge planning with Case Manager for admitted patients.
Documents patient care performed, assessments made, and orders given.
Recommends, participates in, and actively works to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost
effectiveness of care provided to patients throughout the organization.
Accepts patient referrals from other physicians.
Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested.
Develops and oversees the patient care plan in connection with entire clinical care team.
Works to ensure that patients receive the highest quality of care, in a timely, effective, service-oriented manner.
Provides care in the context of promoting age- and culture-appropriate informed choices, shared decision-making, and the right to self-determination.


JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education: Doctor of Medicine, or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine X Required

Required Skills:  Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Licenses: Licensed by the NC Medical Board

Certifications: BLS - which follows American Heart Association guidelines is the minimal certification. Must attain within 30 days and maintain thereafter. ACLS is acceptable in lieu of BLS.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1.    Ability to lift and move at least 40 pounds.
2.    Ability to se colors.
3.    Ability to hear and distinguish sound, to check BP.
4.    Ability to reach overhead and grasp objects.
5.    Ability to remain calm, continue to function effectively and develop priorities during stressful situations.
6.    Ability to communicate effectively using written and verbal media.
7.    Ability to move and operate equipment. 
8.    Manual dexterity adequate to keypunch data on a keyboard.

EEOC Statement
“Harris Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Harris Regional Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”


Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
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